Customized Plate: A Little White Flower for a Little Blue Parrot

【Nien: Turning moments with your furry friends into timeless memories for their owners】 Celebrate! Nien's online courses are now open for registration—interested students are welcome to join us in the fun of porcelain painting! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52563407450_5caf3266db_z.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52562943096_19cdd4b2c8_z.jpg ※ Brand Story Hello, I am Nien, a porcelain painter focusing on animal-themed creations. Because I have both dogs and cats at home, my fascination with animals led me to wonder: wouldn't it be wonderful to incorporate the animals I love into daily life, allowing art to be more than just something to be admired, but a companion for every day? Thus, I began combining hand-painting with porcelain, capturing the cute, mischievous, and unique personalities of animals on plates and mugs. Since establishing my studio in 2014, I have hand-painted over a thousand pieces. Every brushstroke is applied by hand, giving each creation its own unique expression and story—one-of-a-kind and irreplaceable. In the future, I want to continue this journey of animal-themed porcelain art, painting my love for animals into life and allowing this small animal kingdom to travel even further. Starting with a single piece of porcelain, keep the animals you love in your life. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51960408151_3c8d83bc60_z.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51960687694_ac70bf7604_z.jpg ## Custom Works Q&A **Q | How do I order a custom piece?** In addition to the original designs in our studio, Nien offers a custom animal porcelain painting service, transforming your cherished pets, animals, and memories into a porcelain piece to be treasured for years to come. Customization Process: Message Nien, providing the photo you would like painted, the porcelain style, and your customization requirements. Discuss composition, text, and details with Nien to confirm the order content. Once confirmed, Nien will create a private order for you. Production will be scheduled once the order is placed. We recommend providing clear, well-lit photos that show the animal's facial features, coat colors, and distinct characteristics to help Nien capture their likeness in greater detail. **Q | What are the costs for custom work?** Basic customization includes: One animal subject + decorative elements (flowers, butterflies, etc.) + custom text Reference Pricing: ・6-inch plate/mug | From NT$1,200 ・7-inch plate | From NT$1,500 ・8-inch plate | From NT$1,900 ・Add a second animal to the same piece | From +NT$500 Special compositions, complex backgrounds, multiple animals, or other specific requests will be quoted individually based on the work involved. **Q | How long does production take?** Every piece is hand-painted by Nien. The process—from composition and painting to firing—takes time to complete with care. General production time is 14 business days or more; actual delivery depends on the current order volume and the complexity of the piece. If you have a birthday, anniversary, or specific gift date, we recommend messaging us to check availability before placing your order. **Q | How should I care for my porcelain art?** To help your piece last longer, we recommend: ・Washing gently using a soft sponge and neutral detergent. ・Avoiding scouring pads, steel wool, or abrasive cleaning products. ・Not recommended for use in dishwashers or microwaves. ・Avoiding prolonged soaking or vigorous scrubbing of the painted surface. With careful use and storage, your hand-painted piece will maintain its color and texture for a longer time. **Q | Are the paints used on the porcelain safe?** Nien uses German-made porcelain paints, and every piece is fired to set the colors after completion. As these are artistic and collectible pieces, we suggest avoiding direct contact between the painted designs and high-temperature food. Plates are recommended for use as dessert plates, cold food plates, or as home art decor; they can also be displayed with a stand or hung as wall art. Each piece is more than just a dish; it is a small painting capturing a story for you. **Q | How is the porcelain shipped?** Each piece is carefully wrapped before shipment, using protective cushioning and packaging designed for fragile items to minimize the risk of collision or damage during transit. Items will be shipped via courier service to ensure they arrive at your home safely. * Thank you to Cat's Life magazine for the interview https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51959458687_933f7001a3_z.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51961027975_bc25138d01_z.jpg